Morning Footy: A soccer show from CBS Sports Golazo Network

The MF crew discuss the devastating and unfortunate injury news that USWNT and Gotham FC's Midge Purce has torn her ACL and will be out for the rest of the NWSL season. How will this affect Gotham's chance at a repeat title? And with the Olympic's looming this summer, and Purce being in fantastic form, you can't do anything but feel for her. Just gut-wrenching. This does however open the door for...

The MF crew weigh in on whether USMNT coach Gregg Berhalter's stock has gone up or down after the team took home the title at Nations League. Charlie and Nico's feelings are opposite on this and they debate it out. Another trophy was added to the team cabinet but it took a 90+ minute own goal in the semis for Berhalter's side to even reach the final. And with Mexico's side being so poor, and the U...

The MF crew welcome in USMNT U-23 midfielder Griffin Yow who during this international break has scored a goal and had 2 assists as well. Yow talks about what it felt like to score the game-timing goal against France, the takeaways from the match ahead of the Olympics, and what his time at Westerlo has been like. And finally, the group chat about what it would be like to make the U23 roster for th...

The MF crew welcome in Attacking Third's Lisa Carlin to talk about the UEFA Women's Champions League Quarterfinals Leg 2. With Chelsea's defeat of Ajax on the road in Leg 1, it sets up Emma Hayes and her side for the opportunity to move on to the semis. Barcelona looks to knock out Brann as this Barca side is the team to beat. If there was one opportunity for an upset, it's Benfica against Lyon. B...

The MF crew welcome in Marc Messina to discuss Italy's success this international window as well as his first-hand experience watching them play at Red Bull Arena in NJ and all the events leading up to it. "I've waited my whole life for this," he says. "To be there surrounded by all of my friends and family and to witness them score a goal and celebrate." He also discusses the connection of the co...

The MF crew welcome in Geoff Shreeves as they react to the 2-2 draw between England and Belgium. A fantastic match with stiff competition despite England's backline being depleted with no 1st choice defenders available due to injury. Shreeves talks about Kobbie Mainoo's breakout performance and how the injection of youth will be key to England's depth. Shreeves then weighs in on what player's stoc...

The MF crew take a look at some of the most recent headlines from around world football, specifically, the USWNT dropping their roster for the upcoming SheBelieves Cup tournament. The group chat about some of the notable call-ups as well as some of those who were left off said roster as this team prepares for the upcoming Olympics in France this summer and Emma Hayes' eventual arrival as head coac...

The MF crew play 'Stock Up/Stock Down' post-Nations League with Charlie and Nico both back from the tournament. At first they discuss Haji Wright who was afforded the opportunity to get called up because of Josh Sargent's injury and he took full advantage. This now begs the questions, "Is Haji the guy for the USMNT?" Then, the group discuss Gio Reyna's performance as he proved his worth for the Na...

The MF crew welcome in rules expert Christina Unkel to react to the recent reports of the MLS referee lockout ending and what this means for not only the refs, but the league and the fans. This is a seven year agreement and covers the center referees, assistant referees, and the VAR referees. Better pay and conditions were met for the refs, however, better travel accommodations were not which will...

The MF crew open up the mailbag to answer your questions about both Copa América and the Euros. Who will win the said Euros? Who are the favorites? Can Argentina repeat as Copa América champions? Who will get out of the group alongside the reigning champs? And what are the expectations for Columbia? All these answered by the desk including Chelsea Cabarcas from news. Morning Footy is available for...

The MF crew welcome in Mbizo Mzamane to talk all things Brazil, who are coming off a 1-0 win over England in a friendly. Today they'll face-off against Spain in another. Mbizo says that there is a sense of relief as Brazil seem to be on a path to turnaround what some are calling a sinking ship. Brazilians want to see free flowing football and under Dorival Júnior that is what they are getting. The...

The MF crew discuss the latest headlines from around the world of football, in particular, the MLS Referee lockout has finally come to and end. According to multiple reports, the PRO Soccer Referee Association voted to ratify a new CBA on Monday night. The agreement includes substantial wage increases and better travel accommodations. This new agreement appears to run through the year 2030. 'This...

The MF crew preview today's upcoming England vs Belgium friendly as preparation continues leading up to the Euros in Germany this summer. 'England fans have been spoiled,' says Reo-Coker. 'You've got to give Southgate credit.' England are 16-5-4 all-time vs Belgium, unbeaten in all 7 home matches, but are coming off a 1-0 defeat to Brazil. Under Gareth Southgate specifically, the England squad hav...

The MF crew welcome in Attacking Third's Lisa Carlin to recap everything notable from the weekend that was in the NWSL. First up, a goal by Esther for Gotham FC not only gives her side a victory but hands the Portland Thorns their first ever home opener loss. KC Current secure a victory on the road over the San Diego Wave with a second half PK winner. The Chicago Red Stars continue to turn around...

The MF crew take a look at the notable results from the weekend that was in MLS including the New York Red Bulls 4-0 defeat of a Messi-less Inter Miami as well as the L.A. Galaxy's win on the road 3-2 against Sporting KC. Lewis Morgan with a hat trick and Dante Vaneir had 4 assists for Red Bulls. Also, Dejan Joveljic of the Galaxy ties Brian McBride's MLS record of scoring in the first 5 games to...

The MF crew take a look at the latest news surrounding João Cancelo loan exit from Manchester City. Reports are that he was a bad teammate, in particular to, Nathan Aké and Rico Lewis. From what is known now, the feeling is that João Cancelo clearly doesn't want to remain on loan at Man City and wants to return to Barcelona. Was Cancelo's recent statement to the media the right move? Alexis doesn'...

The MF crew welcome in Geoff Shreeves to the show to discuss all things England during the international window. The team lost to Brazil 1-0 and despite being a good team on paper, what they don't have is strength in depth. There are questions in the midfield which Gareth Southgate is going to have to answer. One in particular, will he change the lineup prior to the Belgium friendly? Morning Footy...

The MF crew breakdown the USMNT's defeat of Mexico in the CONCACAF Nations League Final "Dos a Cero." We get to hear from Gio Reyna and Tyler Adams post-game as well as coach Gregg Berhalter's press conference. 'Tyler Adams is a real leader,' says Brian McBride. 'There's a respect with this group when Tyler is on the field.' With this win, does the confidence grow in the coach? Sergiño Dest also s...

The MF crew welcome in goalkeeper Colin Shutler from USL side Orange County SC. A team he signed with in 2022. He kept 10 clean sheets in 2023 and scored the equalizer in the 2024 season opener vs Sacramento, making him the first GK to score for the club in it's history. The group talk about his former teammate Ricardo Pepi, aspirations going into this season, and the evolution of the goalkeeper p...

The MF crew preview the upcoming Nations League final between the USMNT and Mexico. The US struggled against Jamaica in the Semifinals while Mexico walked over Panama. The 'super subs' were the difference for the US, will they start in the final? The MF group discuss where this game will be won and lost and what strategy the USMNT will need to impose to come out victorious. Morning Footy is availa...

The MF crew breakdown Mexico's 3-0 victory over Panama to reach the Nations League final. They will now face off against the US. The Mexican side looks more committed as a group which was a recipe for success. There was a controversial goal however in the match and Christina Unkel tries to sort it all out. Why still are there technology issues and how does this get solved moving forward. Morning F...

The MF crew take a look at Barcelona President Joan Laporta's recent comments about wanting Xavi to remain at Barca despite the fact that he said he was leaving and is awaiting a final decision. The team's form has improved greatly since Xavi announced he was leaving at season's end and they are still in the Champions League. And they are doing all of this with the young players the Xavi has given...

The MF crew welcome in Geoff Shreeves to discuss and preview England's upcoming friendlies during the international break. But before they do, the group talk about the National Team kit controversy that has become a huge story in England. Other topics include Bukayo Saka withdrawing from the National Team, the treatment of Ben White in the media, Gareth Southgate's contract with the England, and L...

The MF crew breakdown last night's USMNT victory over Jamaica 3-1. The scoreline doesn't tell the story of what really happened as the US conceded almost immediately to start the game and it took an own goal late in stoppage time to send the match to extra time. The US were able to secure the victory by scoring twice in extra time thanks to a Haji Wright brace but things did not look pretty. Gio R...

The MF crew take a look at the US Open Cup, it's new format, and all the first round upsets and stunners that have already occurred. They team also chat about why MLS has chosen to make the decisions they've made in regards to this tournament. Can fans still see any magic in the US Open Cup moving forward with the potential of even more changes coming. Morning Footy is available for free on the Au...